January weather forecast
West Sayville, NY

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Weather in January

January, like December, in West Sayville, New York, is an icy winter month, with an average temperature varying between 37.9°F (3.3°C) and 30.2°F (-1°C).

Temperature

The coldest period tends to be January, when average temperatures fluctuate between a high of 37.9°F (3.3°C) and a low of 30.2°F (-1°C).

Humidity

In West Sayville, the average relative humidity in January is 72%.

Rainfall

January is the month with the least rainfall. Rain falls for 8.3 days and accumulates 2.17" (55mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through March, May, October and December. In West Sayville, during January, snow falls for 4.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.38" (35mm) of snow. In West Sayville, during the entire year, snow falls for 14.7 days and aggregates up to 6.14" (156mm) of snow.

Ocean temperature

In January, the average ocean temperature is 42.3°F (5.7°C).
Note: One needs to be cautious in 42.3°F (5.7°C) waters. 55.4°F (13°C) is already forbidding, but sub14°F (-10°C) can seriously disrupt your breathing and lead to a frigid shock, considering one's well-being.

Daylight

The average length of the day in January is 9h and 39min.
On the first day of January in West Sayville, sunrise is at 7:16 am and sunset at 4:35 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:03 am and sunset at 5:08 pm EST.

Sunshine

In January, the average sunshine is 5.2h.

UV index

January through March and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: A maximum high daily UV index of 2 during January translates into the following directions:
Protection from prolonged sun exposure is necessary for babies, children, and individuals with sensitive skin. To protect against the Sun's most potent rays, avoid direct exposure around midday. Boost your sun resistance with garments that are densely woven yet spacious. Take careful note! The UV radiation of the Sun can be nearly doubled by snow reflection.
Updated: Jun 11, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What part of the year is the coldest?

January, marked by an average high-temperature of 37.9°F (3.3°C) and a low-temperature of 30.2°F (-1°C), is the coldest month.

How cold is it in January?

The high-temperature, in January, in West Sayville, is 37.9°F (3.3°C), while the low-temperature averages to 30.2°F (-1°C).

What is the average humidity in January?

In January, the average relative humidity is 72%.

What is the driest month?

January is the month with the least rainfall. Rain falls for 8.3 days and accumulates 2.17" (55mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it rain in January?

In January, the rain falls for 8.3 days. Throughout January, 2.17" (55mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in January?

In West Sayville, during January, snow falls for 4.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.38" (35mm) of snow.

How cold is the water in January?

In West Sayville, in January, the average water temperature is 42.3°F (5.7°C). Swimming in 42.3°F (5.7°C) is considered life-threatening. Even a few minutes in 55.4°F (13°C) water is uncomfortable, and swimming below 50°F (10°C) may cause total loss of breathing control and cold shock, depending on a person's physique.

What is the average length of the day in January?

In January, the average day length is 9h and 39min.

When are sunrise and sunset in January?

In January, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:16 am and sunset at 4:35 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:03 am and sunset at 5:08 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does West Sayville have in January?

In January, the average sunshine duration is 5.2h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index?

The months with the lowest UV index are January through March and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2.

What is the UV index reading in January?

The average daily maximum UV index in January is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health threat from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in January
West Sayville, NY

Average temperature in January - West Sayville, NY
  • Average high temperature in January: 37.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (78.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (37.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 30.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (71.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (30.2°F).

Average pressure in January
West Sayville, NY

Average pressure in January - West Sayville, NY
  • Average pressure in January: 30.04"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.09"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.93"Hg).

Average wind speed in January
West Sayville, NY

Average wind speed in January - West Sayville, NY
  • Average wind speed in January: 13.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (13.8mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (9mph).

Average humidity in January
West Sayville, NY

Average humidity in January - West Sayville, NY
  • Average humidity in January: 72%

The months with the highest relative humidity are May and June (78%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is November (71%).

Average rainfall in January
West Sayville, NY

Average rainfall in January - West Sayville, NY
  • Average rainfall in January: 2.17"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (3.74").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (2.17").

Average rainfall days in January
West Sayville, NY

Average rainfall days in January - West Sayville, NY
  • Average rainfall days in January: 8.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (17.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (8.3 days).

Average snowfall in January
West Sayville, NY

Average snowfall in January - West Sayville, NY
  • Average snowfall in January: 1.38"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (2.13").
The months with the least snowfall are April, June, July, August, September and November (0").

Average snowfall days in January
West Sayville, NY

Average snowfall days in January - West Sayville, NY
  • Average snowfall days in January: 4.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (4.6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average sea temperature in January
West Sayville, NY

Average sea temperature in January - West Sayville, NY
  • Average sea temperature in January: 42.3°F

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (74°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is February (39.7°F).

Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
West Sayville, NY

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - West Sayville, NY
  • Average daylight in January: 9h and 4min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 0min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 18min).

  • Average sunshine in January: 5h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in January
West Sayville, NY

Average sunshine days in January - West Sayville, NY
  • Average sunshine days in January: 18.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (18.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (11.3 days).

Average UV index in January
West Sayville, NY

Average UV index in January - West Sayville, NY
  • Average UV index in January: 2

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in January
West Sayville, NY

Average cloud cover in January - West Sayville, NY
  • Average cloud cover in January: 44

The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 48).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 27).

Average visibility in January
West Sayville, NY

Average visibility in January - West Sayville, NY
  • Average visibility in January: 6mi

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).

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